Fun Things To Do In Overland Park, KS

Attractions, Sightseeing and Events

Overland Park is a unique blend of metropolitan amenities and suburban hospitality packaged in a fresh, contemporary setting. Located less than 15 minutes from downtown Kansas City, Overland Park offers and abundance of attractions including over 250 restaurants, great shopping, theaters and over 80 public parks.
All of Overland Park's 34 fine hotels offer exceptional customer service and are conveniently located near major highways, allowing easy access to the Kansas City metro area and unique daytrip destinations. The region features everything from historical attractions and art museums to amusement parks and zoos.
The 300-acre Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, open year-round, offers a natural setting with walking trail, permanent sculpture exhibit and themed gardens.
At the 12-acre Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead, enjoy farm animals, horse-drawn hayrides, a fishing pond, a dairy barn, an Indian Encampment, a one-room school house and more.
Oak Park Mall, the region’s largest enclosed mall, offers Nordstrom, Dillard’s, JC Penney, Macy’s and Barnes & Noble. Hawthorne Plaza includes a variety of specialty stores and boutiques. Historic Downtown Overland Park offers quaint eateries, antiques, art galleries, and shops.
Overland Park has a commitment to the arts. The award-winning New Theatre Restaurant brings Broadway-style musicals and plays to Overland Park. The Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art, the region’s largest contemporary art museum, is located on the campus of Johnson County Community College, which has over 400 additional pieces. Plus, the city boasts several smaller galleries and unique public art.
With the Kansas City metro at your fingertips, be sure to check out the museums like the National WWI Museum at Liberty Memorial, the nightlife like casinos and the Power & Light District, history at the Pony Express Museum, natural beauty at Powell Gardens, outdoor activities at Shawnee Mission Park, professional sports competitions, including Kansas City Royals, the Kansas City Chiefs, NASCAR, Sporting Kansas City, and the Kansas City T-Bones. Overland Park offers themed daytrip destinations for visitors to explore a 150 mile region.
Visitors can have access to metro activities, shopping and dining guides and more in the Visit OP FREE mobile application, available for all Smartphone users.
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Offering much more than a satisfying free breakfast and complimentary Wi-Fi Best Western Plus Olathe Hotel & Suites GÇö considered the one of the best in Olathe hotels among our guests GÇö scores for mod style and exceptional comfort. Free Internet, Swimming Pool, Indoor Pool, Pets Allowed, Non Smoking Rooms.

Cloverleaf Suites Overland Park is a 3-star property set in Overland Park. The property is situated a 4-minute walk from Overland Park Convention Center. The hotel also features free WiFi as well as a free shuttle service.Outdoor Pool, Non Smoking Rooms.

A free daily hot breakfast free Wi-Fi and a seasonal pool make the non-smoking Comfort Inn & Suites Overland Park a solid choice for a Kansas City stay. Rise and shine in one of 82 rooms in the four-story hotel. Free Internet,Outdoor Pool, Non Smoking Rooms.

Dayna House Hotel in Overland Park, KS USA Currently as low as $150.00/night!

DAYNA house offers accommodation in Overland Park 5 km from Overland Park Convention Center. Guests staying at this holiday home have access to a fully equipped kitchen.With 3 bedrooms this holiday home features a patio a living room and a flat-screen TV. Free Internet, Non Smoking Rooms.

Best Time to Visit Overland Park

The best time to visit Overland Park is in the summer and fall. Summer temperatures are mild with averages in the mid 70's and highs in the mid 80's. Nights are cool with lows in the mid 60's. Fall temperatures are cool with averages in the low 50's and highs in the low 60's. Fall nights are cold with lows in the low 40's.